Research Assistant

~ Laboratory Research ~

Areas of Interest: Biology and Psychology

[pic] QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE [pic]

Dynamic, hardworking, and detail-oriented professional, with broad-based

experience and hands-on expertise in laboratory procedures and science,

core business operations, regulatory compliance, and human relations.

Interested to pursue an engaging position in the science industry to

proactively utilize skills and expertise honed through years of therapeutic

research and analysis background. Commended as a fast learner, with

outstanding problem-solving, communication, multitasking, and analytical

skills. Fully committed toward continuous improvement. Technically

proficient with Central Reach, MAC, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel,

and PowerPoint), Microsoft Works, NPA, PC, and SPSS. Industry-related

skills include:

Chemistry Acid-Base Titration

Organic Chemistry Recrystallization ~ Rotovap ~ Reflux And Addition

Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) ~ Gringnard Reaction ~

Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution ~ IR Spectroscopy ~

Extraction ~ Infrared Spectroscopy ~ Biuret ~ Titration ~

Lowry Method

Biochemistry Titration of Glycine ~ Methyl Red Colorimetry ~ Protein Color

Reactions

Isolation Of B-Amylase ~ Usability of SDS Polyacrylamide Gel

Electrophoresis

Set Up Polymerase Chain Reaction ~ Isolation Of Plasmid DNA

From Bacteria

Casting Agarose Gel ~ Analysis of PCR Product

Microbiology Simple Stains ~ Negative Stains ~ Gram Stain ~ Acid Fast

Stain ~ Wet Mount

Flagella Stain

[pic] EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS [pic]

Continuing Education in Physiology: 2011

Northwestern University Evanston, Illinois

Continuing Education in Organic Chemistry and Statistics: 2011

University of Chicago Chicago, IL

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, with Emphasis in Zoology: 2011

Western Illinois University Macomb, IL

Freshmen Presidential Honor Scholarship ~ Dean's List

Relevant Courses: Vertebrate Embryology ~ Neuroscience ~ Neuroscience

Laboratory ~ Biopsychology ~ Zoology ~ Chemistry ~ Organic Chemistry ~

Biochemistry ~ Microbiology

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Minor in Neuroscience: 2011

Western Illinois University Macomb, IL

Paraprofessional Certificate

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Biology and Laboratory Process

< Gained in-depth knowledge on physiological and biological psychology with

focus on relationships between behavior and fundamental physiological

mechanisms.

< Complied with the board certified behavioral analyst's standards in

establishing significant programs.

< Gained experience in ethical and professional handling and care of

laboratory animals including rats and zebrafish while conducting

significant research.

< Upheld a clean environment and ensured compliance with all safety rules

and regulations.

< Exhibited superior talents in prioritizing and administering a broad

range of responsibilities utilizing laboratory tools and technology-based

equipment.

Human Health Behavioral and Therapeutic Interventions

< Employed medical knowledge in working with children that have autism and

obsessive-compulsive disorder.

< Applied expertise in working with severely emotionally disturbed

students, with diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorders;

guided and trained students in a special education setting.

< Exemplified problem-solving and critical thinking proficiencies in

addressing and resolving issues and concerns in a timely manner

< Assumed full accountability in providing tests to students, such as the

Vineland, MAPP, Basic Skills checklist, and sensory diets.

. Demonstrated adeptness in assessing client's improvements by identifying

and monitoring their behavioral patterns along with maintaining utmost

accuracy and completeness in recording data.

Rapport and Relationship Building

. Displayed solid commitment to the highest working and professional

standards, while conforming to medical and company regulations.

. Built and maintained productive and harmonious relationships with all

levels of clients.

[pic] WORK CHRONOLOGY [pic]

KGH Consultation and Treatment Northbrook, IL 2014-Present

Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist

Comprehensive Early Autism Services Chicago, IL 2013-2014

Line Therapist

Camelot Therapeutic Day School Mount Prospect, IL 2012-2013

One-to-One Aide

[pic] PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT [pic]

Emergency Medical Technician-B, Weiss Hospital

[pic] AFFILIATIONS AND ACTIVITIES [pic]

Member, Phi Sigma Sigma

Organizer, American Red Cross

Organizer, Peoria Children's Hospital

President, Active Mind

Member, Order of Omega: Greek Honor Society

Member, Psi Chi: Psychology Honor Society

Team Lead, Hotline: Suicide and Crisis call center

[pic] PRESENTATION [pic]

Blankenship, M.R., Smeltzer, S., Hemphill, L., Peterson, M., Love, S.,

Crowley, Z. (2010). Insulin-induced memory facilitation and ADDL-

induced memory disruption. 80th Annual Meeting of the Midwestern

Psychological Association, Chicago, IL.

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